This report, commissioned by Natural England and produced by The Environment Partnership (TEP) Ltd, provides indicative cost rates for delivering and maintaining Green Infrastructure (GI) across England. Drawing on desk-based research and stakeholder consultation, it presents average unit rates for a range of Surface Cover Types (SCTs) and Accessible Greenspaces, including Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) and Strategic Access Management and Monitoring (SAMM).
Key variables influencing costs include location, design complexity and stewardship arrangements are identified, alongside case studies. The evidence is intended to support community groups, policy makers, developers, local planning authorities and organisations in making informed decisions about GI funding and planning and should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Please see the Green Infrastructure Framework Homepage for further information and related resources.